FLOOD ALERT: OGSG WARNS RESIDENTS TO CLEAR DRAINAGES
In a bid to ensure a flood-free communities across the State, the Ogun State Government has issued a warning to residents, particularly Community Development Associations (CDAs) and landlords, to clear their drainages in preparation for the rainy season.
Director, Ogun State Emergency Management Agency (OGSEMA), Mr. Wale Shonde, announced this in a press release at his office in Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta.
He advised motorists and road users to avoid flooded roads during rainfall, urging CDAs to educate residents on proper waste disposal and environmental safety.
According to the Director, the Nigeria Meteorological Agency (NIMET) predicts heavy downpours with intensity ranging from 965mm to 1805mm, which could exacerbate flooding in vulnerable communities.
The release emphasised that the State Government would take strict action against those who fail to comply with these guidelines.
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